davjohns

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  1. I'm a big proponent of the duel. I'm convinced some people say and do things just because it's illegal to hand them your card and tell them you look forward to shooting them at dawn. Similarly, I'm convinced some people post things online they would never say in real life for fear of being punched in the nose. I know it just wouldnt be right to kill all the stupid people that we meet.. But do you think it would be appropriate to just remove all of the warning labels and let nature take its course.
  2. I believe in the soul, the cock, the pussy, the small of a woman's back, the hanging curve ball, high fiber, good scotch, that the novels of Susan Sontag are self-indulgent, overrated crap. I believe Lee Harvey Oswald acted alone. I believe there ought to be a constitutional amendment outlawing Astroturf and the designated hitter. I believe in the sweet spot, soft-core pornography, opening your presents Christmas morning rather than Christmas Eve and I believe in long, slow, deep, soft, wet kisses that last three days. I know it just wouldnt be right to kill all the stupid people that we meet.. But do you think it would be appropriate to just remove all of the warning labels and let nature take its course.
  3. I was assessed with a genius IQ in fourth grade. After that, I was in gifted classes. I learned forensics as a police officer and college student majoring in criminal science. I learned surveillance and reconnaissance, planning, and analysis as an Army officer. I learned rules of evidence as a lawyer. I have extensive experience in armed and unarmed combat. Idiots get away with murder every day. What makes you think it has to be legal for me to get away with it? I know it just wouldnt be right to kill all the stupid people that we meet.. But do you think it would be appropriate to just remove all of the warning labels and let nature take its course.
  4. I don't understand that, either. If I say someone is Oriental, you know I am referencing Southeast Asian ethnicities. 'Asian' includes most every ethnicity to include Russian, Indian, Caucasian, etc. I know it just wouldnt be right to kill all the stupid people that we meet.. But do you think it would be appropriate to just remove all of the warning labels and let nature take its course.
  5. I don't. PM me and explain...in detail. Happy Birthday Billy! I know it just wouldnt be right to kill all the stupid people that we meet.. But do you think it would be appropriate to just remove all of the warning labels and let nature take its course.
  6. I actually go with 'black' because 'African' is not an ethnicity. I think the correct term is actually 'Negroid', but I'm certain that would offend. I read a poll many years ago that said there was still a healthy percentage of black Americans that preferred Negro. I always list myself as Caucasian, but that seems to confuse some people. 'White' is not an ethnicity. I know it just wouldnt be right to kill all the stupid people that we meet.. But do you think it would be appropriate to just remove all of the warning labels and let nature take its course.
  7. I'm so confused. I've ignored this forum for months. I dropped back in and this is the second post by Bill that I agree with. Who hijacked his account? I know it just wouldnt be right to kill all the stupid people that we meet.. But do you think it would be appropriate to just remove all of the warning labels and let nature take its course.
  8. If I have a gun, I can get a cell phone...probably the one that currently belongs to the guy who will arrive in ten minutes. One poster noted that this scenario ignores the potential risks of gun ownership. I will point out that I can lock up firearms, educate my family, remove the guns if someone in my house is suicidal, etc. All of the issues with gun ownership are related to the owner, not the gun. No matter how responsible I am, I can't mitigate the bad guy without a way to neutralize him. Today, I can generally take on one to three people who enter my house with malice in their hearts. I don't NEED a gun. But I'm not short-sighted. I will not always be as capable as I am today, and not everyone is as capable as I am. I want others to be able to take care of themselves as well. And even though I may prevail, I may not survive. A gun changes the equation in my favor. I like the odds being in my favor. Still, if you argue the issue of citizens owning guns based solely on the issue of self-defense or defense of others, the issue is up for grabs. You will note my right to keep and bear arms is not predicated on self-defense, sporting use, or other debatable issues. It is based on the idea that the People are the ultimate holders of power and must be able to replace an oppressive government through force when and if necessary and any form of government can and will become corrupted. THAT issue is not debatable. We may not like it, but history has proven it. Then, there's the ultimate argument. If you manage to outlaw my firearms, you have to come get them...and I'm still armed. Good luck with that. In the end, I am one of the very few people I trust with a gun. But I respect that you might have the same stance. You stay out of my rights and I'll stay out of yours. I know it just wouldnt be right to kill all the stupid people that we meet.. But do you think it would be appropriate to just remove all of the warning labels and let nature take its course.
  9. I tend to agree with you. If you told me you were offended by my shoes, I would make an effort not to wear those shoes around you. However, if you tried to force me to stop wearing the shoes, I might ignore you. I let people decide what they like and if it isn't much trouble, I'll conform to whatever is comfortable for them. It costs me nothing. In this case, the people who are theoretically supposed to be offended do not appear to be and the intent was never to offend. Hard to get too fired up about such a non-issue. I know it just wouldnt be right to kill all the stupid people that we meet.. But do you think it would be appropriate to just remove all of the warning labels and let nature take its course.
  10. I don't use insulting words because I just consider it a waste of time. If you need to be shot, punched, or bitch slapped, I'll help you out. Calling you names is silly. Still, I never saw the names like Redskins or Braves as anything but complimentary. (Why would anyone name their team something derogatory?) I also did some quick research and see that the majority of those from native nations are not offended and even use the same name for their teams. It's just a vocal minority that wants to control someone else...and get money (usually). Since that appears to be the case, I wouldn't worry about the name too much. It was meant as a compliment and the majority of those it compliments see it as what it was meant to be. Somebody is always going to get their panties in a wad no matter what you do. I know it just wouldnt be right to kill all the stupid people that we meet.. But do you think it would be appropriate to just remove all of the warning labels and let nature take its course.
  11. I'm not sure what makes them 'fake'. It's a site that carries news. It just carries one flavor. Not sure how that varies from all the others. Nothing in that article indicates the news portrayed on the site is false. It seems to presume the sites carry lies because of the party behind them... Which tells us the slant of that publication more than anything. They all have a slant. If you can't see it on the one you are watching, that one happens to favor your particular slant. I know it just wouldnt be right to kill all the stupid people that we meet.. But do you think it would be appropriate to just remove all of the warning labels and let nature take its course.
  12. I've briefly looked over the reports on this incident. It looks like a bad young man met a cop with poor judgment to me. Is there something that suggests the cop was racially motivated? I haven't seen it. Just curious why this is a racial thing. I know it just wouldnt be right to kill all the stupid people that we meet.. But do you think it would be appropriate to just remove all of the warning labels and let nature take its course.
  13. Have you thought about watching [url "http://www.imdb.com/title/tt0057115/"]The Great Escape? Thanks for the recommendation. Garner said his role in this movie was based on his actual job in Korea. I know it just wouldnt be right to kill all the stupid people that we meet.. But do you think it would be appropriate to just remove all of the warning labels and let nature take its course.
  14. Hated to hear this one. My tradition is to watch a classic example of their work when an actor I like passes. Time to look at many offerings. It's getting harder and harder to explain to someone what a Rockford Slide is and why it is called that. I know it just wouldnt be right to kill all the stupid people that we meet.. But do you think it would be appropriate to just remove all of the warning labels and let nature take its course.
  15. Of course you should. She could be the love of your life. This is a pivotal moment where you take a chance and find forever happiness. Also, I am the widow of the former Minister of Finance in a war torn country that is rich with diamonds. I need your help in transferring millions to your account for safekeeping. If you are willing to help for a portion of the funds, please send your account number, web address of your bank, and all passwords so I can transfer the many millions which you will receive. Its ok. I trust you to do this. I know it just wouldnt be right to kill all the stupid people that we meet.. But do you think it would be appropriate to just remove all of the warning labels and let nature take its course.
  16. "I Am In Exquisite Pain " Am I the only one who saw this title and thought, "Banesanura is back"? I know it just wouldnt be right to kill all the stupid people that we meet.. But do you think it would be appropriate to just remove all of the warning labels and let nature take its course.
  17. I'm still trying to figure out why the woman described in the poll options only has one breast... I know it just wouldnt be right to kill all the stupid people that we meet.. But do you think it would be appropriate to just remove all of the warning labels and let nature take its course.
  18. I think the folds are the cutest. Give him a few days. It's ok to talk to him, feed him, approach him slowly, etc. He'll settle in. Don't be surprised if it takes a good week or even more. He'll come around. Congratulations. David I know it just wouldnt be right to kill all the stupid people that we meet.. But do you think it would be appropriate to just remove all of the warning labels and let nature take its course.
  19. It's raining in Belgium because I took the week off from work. So, my outdoor activities are a bust. No jumping. SCUBA isn't fun. Motorcycle is parked. Hang glider is parked. I put a new secondary regulator on my new wing and changed the hose to suit. Waiting on dive computer to return from service. I put spacers on my Anschutz 2002 to change the fit. Waiting on sight risers to arrive. Guess I'll play with some mods on the motorcycle today before doing some more shooting. Apnea training tonight with the SCUBA club. This is 10M air pistol last night. I know it just wouldnt be right to kill all the stupid people that we meet.. But do you think it would be appropriate to just remove all of the warning labels and let nature take its course.
  20. Listen to John. One look at his wife and you can tell he's smarter than the rest of us. I know it just wouldnt be right to kill all the stupid people that we meet.. But do you think it would be appropriate to just remove all of the warning labels and let nature take its course.
  21. Interesting. I've seen swoopers leaning forward and even leaning out of their harness after unbuckling the chest strap. This is the first time I've seen someone articulate why. I've stood up all of my landings. I might be leaning forward instinctively or because my brakes are pushing me forward. Nice to finally get some instruction. I've looked for an analysis of various canopy control techniques and their effects on canopy flight. I can't find anything organized. Any suggestions? Anywhere I can go for little refinements on technique like this tidbit on leaning forward when landing? I know it just wouldnt be right to kill all the stupid people that we meet.. But do you think it would be appropriate to just remove all of the warning labels and let nature take its course.
  22. One of my all-time favorites! I know it just wouldnt be right to kill all the stupid people that we meet.. But do you think it would be appropriate to just remove all of the warning labels and let nature take its course.
  23. I should have been a mouse. I know it just wouldnt be right to kill all the stupid people that we meet.. But do you think it would be appropriate to just remove all of the warning labels and let nature take its course.
  24. Explain it to him. The old style mouse with a ball in it sometimes go stuck. This one doesn't. Meanwhile, the optical mouse needs an appropriate surface to reflect the laser for it to work properly. Give him a mouse pad. He's a guy. Don't try to figure out his emotional state. Explain the physics and move on. You don't have to tell him he is driving you nuts. Just help him fix his problem. I know it just wouldnt be right to kill all the stupid people that we meet.. But do you think it would be appropriate to just remove all of the warning labels and let nature take its course.
  25. They are gas operated. Dragging a power cord around your fresh concrete might mess it up. Sometimes, power isn't available yet. If that one was electric, it would have quickly wrapped up in the cord and disconnected itself or at least followed the cord back to it's source. I know it just wouldnt be right to kill all the stupid people that we meet.. But do you think it would be appropriate to just remove all of the warning labels and let nature take its course.